Bookkeeper

Fueling Brains Fueling Brains is a fast-paced, vibrant organization poised to change the narrative of Early Childhood Education. Our Academies are a growing network of accredited Early Childhood Learning Institutes in Calgary, Saskatoon and Strathmore. For children aged zero to six, we offer best-in-class child care as well as preschool and kindergarten programs that build experiences and influence the development of executive functions. Guided by our Core Values of Knowledge, Innovate, Development, Service and Upliftment, our curriculum is backed by scientific research and this approach prioritizes how a child learns instead of what they learn.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about transforming the world of early childhood education through a holistic, whole-brain approach to the development of young children. Children impacted by our program will grow into well-rounded, well-regulated and joyful adults who serve their community and shape the future. We bring together the best of educational science, technology and childcare expertise to unveil the child's infinite potential.

We are currently looking for a Part-time Bookkeeper position who will support the Corporate office.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities - Essentials duties include, but are not limited to:

• Recording day to day financial transactions and completing the posting process
• Verifying that transactions are recorded in the correct day book, suppliers ledger, customer ledger and general ledger
• Bringing the books to the trial balance stage
• Complete tax forms
• Enter data, maintain records and create reports and financial statements
• Process accounts receivable/payable and handle payroll in a timely manner
• Other duties may be assigned as required

What You Bring - Required skills and qualifications:

• Proven bookkeeping experience
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  

Work Environment Requirements:

• Thrive in an intense, do-it-yourself, start-up environment.
• Ability to work well within a cross-functional team environment and diverse stakeholder communities.

• Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone or teleconference

We thank all those applicants who have applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Fueling Brains is an equal opportunity workplace, and we are committed to building and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.